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Filing a Consumer Proposal in B.C.- Here’s What to Know
A consumer proposal is a formal way to reduce and manage overwhelming debt. Recent data from the Office of the Superintendent of...
Jan 19


A Guide to Understanding Consumer Proposals
A Consumer Proposal  is a structured debt resolution process offered in Canada, enabling individuals experiencing financial challenges to...
Nov 18, 2024


Food Inflation? How to Manage Your Budget With Rising Costs at the Grocery Store
In recent years, people have grappled with the persistent challenge of soaring grocery prices, promoting concerns about affordability and...
May 27, 2024


Navigating Debt Repayment: A Priority for Canadians in 2024
In 2023, according to a  poll by CIBC , 18% of respondents said they would prioritize paying off their debts over other financial goals,...
Mar 21, 2024


The Importance of Opening a New Bank Account Before Declaring Bankruptcy or Filing a Consumer Proposal
Bankruptcy and/or a Consumer Proposal is a challenging and often overwhelming financial situation. It involves a complex legal process...
Jun 21, 2023


We Have Options for Too Much Debt
You are not alone if you are feeling anxious about your growing debt. Having too much debt can lead to other challenges. Struggling to...
Dec 22, 2022


Financial Strategies for a New Year
A new year is a good time to review our financial strategies. We want to take some time to check our current budget and make any...
Dec 16, 2022


Holiday Debt Management to Reduce Stress
Holiday festivities are a joyful time for most as we gather with friends and family. Still, it can also be stressful, especially when...
Dec 6, 2022


How do I Re-establish my Credit after Bankruptcy or a Consumer Proposal?
This is one of the first questions we are asked when someone is considering bankruptcy or a consumer proposal to assist them with their...
Oct 19, 2022


Rising Interest Rates and the Impact on Canadian Debt
Rising Interest Rates The Bank of Canada has been increasing interest rates since March of 2022, which is causing financial institutions...
Jun 28, 2022


CERB Repayment Update – What to do if you can’t pay it back?
CERB Repayment Update Did you receive the Canada Emergency Relief Benefit (CERB) and are now receiving a collection letter from the...
Jun 1, 2022


What is a Licensed Insolvency Trustee?
Licensed Insolvency Trustees or LITs are government-regulated professionals authorized to administer federally regulated debt relief...
May 24, 2022


Spring Cleaning your Finances
As the weather improves, so does our motivation to spring clean our homes and gardens. But what about your finances? Here are five ways...
Apr 21, 2022


How Much Money do you Really Have Left for Debt Payments?
Generally, Canadians have been taught that when you incur debt you must pay it back, with interest, at all costs, even to the detriment...
Mar 22, 2022


Who is a Typical Debtor?
A typical debtor is a person who is unable to repay their creditors in a timely fashion. Debtors frequently seek out the services of a...
Mar 4, 2022


Debt Consolidation
When facing financial difficulties that include multiple debts, often with high-interest rates, one of the first options people often...
Feb 2, 2022


What is Credit Counselling?
Many British Columbians are facing financial struggles due to increased living costs and reductions in their income while trying to stay...
Jan 28, 2022


What are the differences between a Bankruptcy and Consumer Proposal?
Bankruptcy and Consumer Proposals are the two most common options for individuals who are facing financial difficulties and find...
Jan 12, 2022


Tips to Tighten your Budget without Really Feeling It
Most people don’t think about all the small monthly bills in their life, but they add up! Spending time reviewing your bills could easily...
Dec 22, 2021

Holiday Budgeting
Is holiday spending stressing you out? Here are some tips to help get you through the spending season this year and to get you planning...
Dec 8, 2021
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